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Life of Charles Dickens - Newgate Prison
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Life of Charles Dickens - Newgate Prison
Life of Charles Dickens - Newgate Prison. Was a prison in London, at the corner of Newgate Street and Old Bailey just inside the City of London. It was originally located at the site of a gate in the Roman London Wall. The gate/prison was rebuilt in the 12th century, and demolished in 1777. The prison was extended and rebuilt many times, and remained in use for over 700 years, from 1188 to 1902. Newgate Prison was a prison in London, at the corner of Newgate Street and Old Bailey just inside the City of London. It was originally located at the site of a gate in the Roman London Wall. The gate/prison was rebuilt in the 12th century, and demolished in 1777. The prison was extended and rebuilt many times, and remained in use for over 700 years, from 1188 to 1902.. Part of Box 330 Charles Dickens (Life and Works) slide no.3 Date: circa 1890s
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Newgate Prison, London: A Pivotal Location in Charles Dickens' Life and Literature Newgate Prison, depicted in this late 19th-century photograph, holds historical significance as a crucial part of Charles Dickens' personal experiences and literary inspiration. Located at the corner of Newgate Street and Old Bailey in the City of London, the prison was originally built on the site of a Roman London Wall gate in the 12th century. Over the centuries, Newgate Prison underwent numerous reconstructions and expansions, remaining in use from 1188 to 1902. Charles Dickens, the renowned Victorian novelist and author, was deeply influenced by the grim realities of Newgate Prison, which he often depicted in his works. Dickens' father was incarcerated there for debt when the young Dickens was only twelve years old. This experience left a lasting impact on the future writer, shaping his perspective on social injustice and inspiring him to create unforgettable characters and stories that brought the plight of the marginalized to the forefront. In Dickens' works, Newgate Prison serves as a symbol of the harsh realities faced by the impoverished and marginalized populations of Victorian England. Notable literary works that feature Newgate Prison include "Oliver Twist," "Barnaby Rudge," and "Little Dorrit." This photograph, taken in the late 1890s, captures the imposing structure of Newgate Prison, which once stood as a grim reminder of the social issues that Dickens so eloquently addressed in his works.
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